L. K. SHIU Laurent
Summary
Dedicated legal professional and policy analyst with history of meeting company goals utilizing consistent and organized practices. Skilled in working under pressure and adapting to new situations and challenges to best enhance the organizational brand.
Overview
26
26
years of professional experience
Work History
Barrister-at-Law
WYNDHAM CHAMBERS (self-employed)
09.2017 - Current
- Fully licensed to practice Hong Kong law (common law system inherited from England) and represent clients at all levels of courts and tribunals.
- Successfully obtained injunctions to restrain dissipation of assets.
- Successfully resolved conflicts and helped clients to reach favorable settlement agreements
- Successfully defended client charged on conspiracy to defraud
- Completed advocacy training at Middle Temple, England (2019) with sponsorship
- Participated in official exchange with the Taipei Bar Association, ROC (2018)
- Carried out day-to-day duties accurately and efficiently.
Director of Strategic Development
COMMERCIAL RADIO
12.2012 - 08.2013
- Led a team in developing new program of in-depth analysis on socio-economic and political issues
- Identified current issues in town, analyzed information and held virtual chat forum for KOLs of opposing backgrounds
- Aimed at promoting informed debate, bridging social divide, enhancing mutual understanding
- Used critical thinking to break down problems, evaluate solutions and make decisions.
Consultant
Freelance
01.2009 - 06.2014
- Provided executive coaching on media relations, public affairs and public policy
- Collaborated with teams to strategize and implement corporate strategy in competitive regulatory environment.
- Improved performance, management practices and systems to facilitate success of client's organization.
Columnist
HONG KONG ECONOMIC JOURNAL
01.2009 - 06.2014
- Provided in-depth analysis on political and policy issues relating to Hong Kong and China
- Kept detailed schedule of column deadlines.
- Kept up-to-date on current political and social events.
- Performed research and checked facts to maintain high standard of journalistic integrity.
Lecturer
CHINESE UNIVERSITY OF HONG KONG
01.2009 - 06.2014
- Taught part-time on public administration, human resources management and public policy workshop for undergraduate and master programs.
- Evaluated and revised lesson plans and course content to achieve student-centered learning.
- Used variety of learning modalities and support materials to facilitate learning process and accentuate presentations.
Administrative Officer
HONG KONG GOVERNMENT
09.1997 - 03.2008
- Formulated public policies based on research and consultation with key stakeholders
- Lobbied legislators and community leaders for policy support
- Drafted laws and regulations in implementing policy objectives
- Reviewed and monitored key performance indicators in public policy areas and recommended necessary change or amendments
- Negotiated with external parties including in international forums (WTO, APEC, etc.)
- Set priorities, prepared reports agendas and minutes, oversaw office resources and coordinated with other divisions and agencies in execution of the aforesaid goals
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Philosophy, Politics & Economics (PPE)
UNIVERSITY OF OXFORD
Master of Business Administration -
HONG KONG UNIVERSITY OF SCIENCE & TECHNOLOGY
J.D. -
CHINESE UNIVERSITY OF HONG KONG
08.2016
Postgraduate Certificate in Laws -
CHINESE UNIVERSITY OF HONG KONG
08.2017
Skills
- Devising strategy to handle complicated situations; scenario-analysis and planning
- Conceptual thinking
- Public speaking, advocacy and persuasion
- Promoting and explaining ideas to different audiences
- Writing, esp formal and official communications and critical analysis and commentary
- Bilingual (Chinese and English, both written and verbal)
- Presenting at Conferences
- Contract Law
- International Law
- Constitutional Law
- Cultural Awareness
- Self-Motivated
- Analytical and Critical Thinking
- Active Listening
- Planning and Coordination
- MS Office
- Teamwork and Collaboration
- Organization and Time Management
Additional Information
I have broad international experience and perspectives, having studied and worked in the UK, Europe & Asia. I like history and international affairs and have written a Chinese book about Churchill and WW2.
Languages
Chinese (Cantonese)
Native language
Chinese (Mandarin)
Proficient
C2
English
Proficient
C2
German
Elementary
A2
Spanish
Beginner
A1
Work Availability
monday
tuesday
wednesday
thursday
friday
saturday
sunday
morning
afternoon
evening
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Timeline
Barrister-at-Law
WYNDHAM CHAMBERS (self-employed)
09.2017 - Current
Director of Strategic Development
COMMERCIAL RADIO
12.2012 - 08.2013
Consultant
Freelance
01.2009 - 06.2014
Columnist
HONG KONG ECONOMIC JOURNAL
01.2009 - 06.2014
Lecturer
CHINESE UNIVERSITY OF HONG KONG
01.2009 - 06.2014
Administrative Officer
HONG KONG GOVERNMENT
09.1997 - 03.2008
Bachelor of Arts - Philosophy, Politics & Economics (PPE)
UNIVERSITY OF OXFORD
Master of Business Administration -
HONG KONG UNIVERSITY OF SCIENCE & TECHNOLOGY
J.D. -
CHINESE UNIVERSITY OF HONG KONG
Postgraduate Certificate in Laws -
CHINESE UNIVERSITY OF HONG KONG
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